Houston, Texas vs. Golden, Missouri

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Golden, Missouri is 14.0% cheaper than Houston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $64,476 in Golden, Missouri to maintain the standard of living you have in Houston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Golden, Missouri is cheaper than Houston, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
67% cheaper in Golden
than in Houston, Texas
Houston, TX vs. Golden, MO
Compared to Houston, Golden is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.0% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  36.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  38.3% lower
  Health
  6.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.4% lower